Module 1: Developmental Stages and Transitions
Questions And Answers Verified 100% correct
The mother of a toddler asks the nurse when she will know that her child is ready
to start toilet training. The nurse tells the mother that which of the following
observations is a sign of physical readiness?
The child no longer has temper tantrums.
The child can eat using a fork and knife.
The child can remove his or her own clothing.
The child has been walking for 2 years. - ANSWER -The child can remove his or
her own clothing.
The mother of a child who weighs 45 lb asks a nurse about car safety seats. The
nurse tells the mother to place the child in a: - ANSWER -Booster seat with one of
the car's seat belts placed over the child
The mother of a 5-year-old asks the nurse how often her child should undergo a
dental examination. The nurse tells the mother that the child should have a dental
examination:
Every 3 months
Once a year
Every 6 months
Whenever a new primary tooth erupts - ANSWER -Every 6 months
A nurse, planning play activities for a hospitalized school-age child, uses Erikson's
theory of psychosocial development to select an appropriate activity. The nurse
selects an activity that will assist the child in developing
Autonomy
A sense of industry
A sense of trust
Initiative - ANSWER -A sense of industry
A nurse, assigned to care for a hospitalized child who is 8 years old, plans care,
taking into account Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. According
,to Erikson's theory, which of the following tasks represents the primary
developmental task of this child? Select all that apply.
Developing a sense of trust in the world
Developing a sense of accomplishment
Engaging in tasks they can complete
Gaining independence from parents
Mastering useful skills and tools
Developing a sense of control over self and body functions - ANSWER -
Developing a sense of accomplishment
Engaging in tasks they can complete
Mastering useful skills and tools
A school nurse provides information to the parents of school-age children
regarding appropriate dental care. The nurse tells the parents that their children
should:
Brush and floss their teeth every morning and at bedtime
Brush their teeth every morning and at bedtime and floss the teeth once a day,
preferably at bedtime
Brush their teeth every morning and at bedtime
Brush and floss their teeth after meals and at bedtime - ANSWER -Brush and
floss their teeth after meals and at bedtime
The parents of an adolescent tell the school nurse that they are frustrated because
their daughter has become self-centered, lazy, and irresponsible. The nurse should
tell the parents:
To restrict any social privileges until the behavior stops
That this is normal behavior for an adolescent
That this type of behavior is usually the result of parents' spoiling a child
That their daughter will need to see a child psychologist if the behavior continues -
ANSWER -That this is normal behavior for an adolescent
A nurse is preparing to care for a hospitalized teenage girl who is in skeletal
traction. The nurse plans care knowing that the most likely primary concern of the
teenager is:
Obtaining adequate nutrition
Keeping up with schoolwork
, Body image
Obtaining adequate rest and sleep - ANSWER -Body image
The mother of an adolescent calls the clinic nurse and reports that her daughter
wants to have her navel pierced. The mother asks the nurse about the dangers
associated with body piercing. The nurse tells the mother that:
Infection always occurs when body piercing is done
Hepatitis B is a concern with body piercing
It is important to discourage body piercing because of the risk of contracting
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Body piercing is generally harmless as long as it is performed under sterile
conditions - ANSWER -Body piercing is generally harmless as long as it is
performed under sterile conditions
A sexually active adolescent asks the school nurse about the use of latex condoms
and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The nurse tells the
adolescent that:
Use of a latex condom can prevent transmission of STIs
Use of a latex condom is a good method for preventing pregnancy
A spermicide needs to be used along with a condom to prevent transmission of
STIs
The only way to prevent transmission of STIs is abstinence - ANSWER -Use of a
latex condom can prevent transmission of STIs
A nurse helps a young adult conduct a personal lifestyle assessment. The nurse
carefully reviews the assessment with the young adult because such clients:
Young adults are exposed to hazardous substances
Young adults ignore their risk for a serious illness
Young adults are unable to afford health insurance
Young adults ignore physical symptoms and postpone seeking health care -
ANSWER -Ignore physical symptoms and postpone seeking health care
A nurse is conducting a psychosocial assessment of a young adult. Which of the
following observations would lead the nurse to determine that the client is
demonstrating a sign of emotional health? Select all that apply.
The young adult verbalizes unrealistic fears.
Questions And Answers Verified 100% correct
The mother of a toddler asks the nurse when she will know that her child is ready
to start toilet training. The nurse tells the mother that which of the following
observations is a sign of physical readiness?
The child no longer has temper tantrums.
The child can eat using a fork and knife.
The child can remove his or her own clothing.
The child has been walking for 2 years. - ANSWER -The child can remove his or
her own clothing.
The mother of a child who weighs 45 lb asks a nurse about car safety seats. The
nurse tells the mother to place the child in a: - ANSWER -Booster seat with one of
the car's seat belts placed over the child
The mother of a 5-year-old asks the nurse how often her child should undergo a
dental examination. The nurse tells the mother that the child should have a dental
examination:
Every 3 months
Once a year
Every 6 months
Whenever a new primary tooth erupts - ANSWER -Every 6 months
A nurse, planning play activities for a hospitalized school-age child, uses Erikson's
theory of psychosocial development to select an appropriate activity. The nurse
selects an activity that will assist the child in developing
Autonomy
A sense of industry
A sense of trust
Initiative - ANSWER -A sense of industry
A nurse, assigned to care for a hospitalized child who is 8 years old, plans care,
taking into account Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. According
,to Erikson's theory, which of the following tasks represents the primary
developmental task of this child? Select all that apply.
Developing a sense of trust in the world
Developing a sense of accomplishment
Engaging in tasks they can complete
Gaining independence from parents
Mastering useful skills and tools
Developing a sense of control over self and body functions - ANSWER -
Developing a sense of accomplishment
Engaging in tasks they can complete
Mastering useful skills and tools
A school nurse provides information to the parents of school-age children
regarding appropriate dental care. The nurse tells the parents that their children
should:
Brush and floss their teeth every morning and at bedtime
Brush their teeth every morning and at bedtime and floss the teeth once a day,
preferably at bedtime
Brush their teeth every morning and at bedtime
Brush and floss their teeth after meals and at bedtime - ANSWER -Brush and
floss their teeth after meals and at bedtime
The parents of an adolescent tell the school nurse that they are frustrated because
their daughter has become self-centered, lazy, and irresponsible. The nurse should
tell the parents:
To restrict any social privileges until the behavior stops
That this is normal behavior for an adolescent
That this type of behavior is usually the result of parents' spoiling a child
That their daughter will need to see a child psychologist if the behavior continues -
ANSWER -That this is normal behavior for an adolescent
A nurse is preparing to care for a hospitalized teenage girl who is in skeletal
traction. The nurse plans care knowing that the most likely primary concern of the
teenager is:
Obtaining adequate nutrition
Keeping up with schoolwork
, Body image
Obtaining adequate rest and sleep - ANSWER -Body image
The mother of an adolescent calls the clinic nurse and reports that her daughter
wants to have her navel pierced. The mother asks the nurse about the dangers
associated with body piercing. The nurse tells the mother that:
Infection always occurs when body piercing is done
Hepatitis B is a concern with body piercing
It is important to discourage body piercing because of the risk of contracting
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Body piercing is generally harmless as long as it is performed under sterile
conditions - ANSWER -Body piercing is generally harmless as long as it is
performed under sterile conditions
A sexually active adolescent asks the school nurse about the use of latex condoms
and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The nurse tells the
adolescent that:
Use of a latex condom can prevent transmission of STIs
Use of a latex condom is a good method for preventing pregnancy
A spermicide needs to be used along with a condom to prevent transmission of
STIs
The only way to prevent transmission of STIs is abstinence - ANSWER -Use of a
latex condom can prevent transmission of STIs
A nurse helps a young adult conduct a personal lifestyle assessment. The nurse
carefully reviews the assessment with the young adult because such clients:
Young adults are exposed to hazardous substances
Young adults ignore their risk for a serious illness
Young adults are unable to afford health insurance
Young adults ignore physical symptoms and postpone seeking health care -
ANSWER -Ignore physical symptoms and postpone seeking health care
A nurse is conducting a psychosocial assessment of a young adult. Which of the
following observations would lead the nurse to determine that the client is
demonstrating a sign of emotional health? Select all that apply.
The young adult verbalizes unrealistic fears.
